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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T304 XAXMOT history

T304 XAX is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 94,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2025
Mileage
94,221 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T304 XAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T304 XAX was last recorded at 94,221 miles on 16 Oct 2024, 1,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,110 miles · 9 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,111 miles
Average per year
1,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 94,221 miles
  • 2023 – 93,110 miles
  • 2022 – 92,455 miles
  • 2021 – 91,745 miles
  • 2020 – 91,401 miles
  • 2019 – 90,604 miles
  • 2018 – 89,891 miles
  • 2017 – 88,950 miles
  • 2016 – 87,996 miles
  • 2015 – 86,221 miles
  • 2014 – 84,530 miles
  • 2013 – 82,495 miles
  • 2012 – 80,202 miles
  • 2011 – 78,796 miles
  • 2010 – 76,582 miles
  • 2009 – 74,968 miles
  • 2008 – 73,361 miles
  • 2007 – 70,477 miles
  • 2006 – 67,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,221 miles
  • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear centre rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/s front outer and n/s front rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front outer swivel hub gaiters damaged
  • AdvisoryN/s front outer hub oil seal leaking
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,221 miles (+1,111)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    94,221 miles
    Test number
    230395174358
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear centre rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/s front outer and n/s front rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer swivel hub gaiters damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s front outer hub oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass93,110 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,110 miles
    Test number
    602619934765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle sphere gator deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle sphere seeping oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle Sphere seeping oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail93,110 miles (+655)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,110 miles
    Test number
    684183379070
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle sphere gator deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle sphere seeping oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle Sphere seeping oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass92,455 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,455 miles
    Test number
    912261765298
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail92,455 miles (+710)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,455 miles
    Test number
    881890145109
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,745 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    91,745 miles
    Test number
    184923698370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,401 miles (+797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,401 miles
    Test number
    435095155759
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,604 miles (+713)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,604 miles
    Test number
    824314546276
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass89,891 miles (+941)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,891 miles
    Test number
    682697008145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  10. Pass88,950 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,950 miles
    Test number
    347695398253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail88,935 miles (+939)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,935 miles
    Test number
    753720108250
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass87,996 miles (+1,775)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,996 miles
    Test number
    138050874046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,221 miles (+1,691)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,221 miles
    Test number
    338266415099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,530 miles (+2,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,530 miles
    Test number
    196547314015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass82,495 miles (+2,293)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,495 miles
    Test number
    869649113067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,202 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,202 miles
    Test number
    698683312060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,796 miles (+2,214)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,796 miles
    Test number
    159271121409
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak front hubs

  18. Pass76,582 miles (+1,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,582 miles
    Test number
    242602520087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass74,968 miles (+66)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    74,968 miles
    Test number
    512160639034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth front hubs have oil leaking

  20. Fail74,902 miles (+1,541)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,902 miles
    Test number
    844686119058
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth front hubs have oil leaking

  21. Pass73,361 miles (+2,884)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,361 miles
    Test number
    173864628490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,477 miles (+2,962)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,477 miles
    Test number
    420296317057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,515 miles
    Test number
    794548816026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T304 XAX

Does T304 XAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T304 XAX expired on 16 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T304 XAX?
The MOT on T304 XAX expired on 16 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T304 XAX done?
T304 XAX was recorded at 94,221 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2024, an average of 1,425 miles a year.
Has T304 XAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T304 XAX has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T304 XAX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T304 XAX find?
T304 XAX passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear centre rear; track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s front outer and n/s front rear; both front outer swivel hub gaiters damaged, and 3 more.

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